Flying from Melbourne to Gimhae International Airport (PUS): What you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Melbourne to Gimhae International Airport (PUS).
The timezone in Busan is UTC+9, which is two hours behind Melbourne. Gimhae International Airport is located in Busan.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Melbourne to PUS. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
High season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Melbourne to PUS. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 40 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Gimhae International Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is around 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 5 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not book another night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to PUS flight, lay your head at Corio Bay Motel.
Avalon Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 80.09% of flights out of here make it to their final destination as planned.
About Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Gimhae International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near PUS:
Follow your own route with a Gimhae International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from With Rental Car Headquarters, Hi Rent A Car or HI RENT A CAR and experience more of Busan and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride around one week before your Melbourne to Gimhae International Airport flight.
Getting from Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to central Busan
Gimhae International Airport to the centre of Busan is about 11 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling on public transport takes around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
213 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Gimhae International Airport. A return flight starts at 458 €. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Melbourne to PUS if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
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Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from Melbourne to Gimhae International Airport. Pick the departure times, carriers and stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
August is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to Gimhae International Airport (PUS). Visit Busan in April for a quieter experience.
Lock in a Melbourne to PUS plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Busan to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Gimhae International Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC (27ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Busan
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Gimhae International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Busan:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Gamcheon Culture Village, Haeundae Beach and Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge are highlights which should feature on every Busan itinerary.
Explore more of South Korea
Daejeon is just one of the many cities in South Korea waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Busan. Around 193 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Temi Park, National Science Museum and Yuseong Hot Springs.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in South Korea, head for Gwangju, roughly 193 kilometres west of Busan. World Cup Stadium, Gwangju K-POP Star Road feat. BTS J-Hope Hope world and Gwangju Biennale are the start of reasons to visit.
